Grace Hopper Computer Whiz |
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| Author:
| Murphy, Patricia J. |
| Series title: | Famous Inventors Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7660-2273-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2004 |
| Publisher: | Enslow Publishing, LLC
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $16.95USD $24.27 |
Book Description:
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In the history of computers, one woman stands out. Grace Hopper predicted the importance of computers in modern life, and she helped make it happen. Hopper is best known for her work with early computer programming languages. She believed that more people would use computers if the programs used English words instead of mathematical codes. Hopper's career with computers spanned more than forty years, and she is often called the Mother of the Computer Age. Simple, engaging text and a...
More DescriptionIn the history of computers, one woman stands out. Grace Hopper predicted the importance of computers in modern life, and she helped make it happen. Hopper is best known for her work with early computer programming languages. She believed that more people would use computers if the programs used English words instead of mathematical codes. Hopper's career with computers spanned more than forty years, and she is often called the Mother of the Computer Age. Simple, engaging text and a photo-rich layout make this book very appealing for young readers.